Gold Bond
Vacuum-Fill style lever/safety pen
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Condition
Very Good - shows minor wear commensurate with age, typical slight brassing on trim
Estimated Value
$100 - $250
Era
Vintage 1930s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Body Material
Celluloid
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Green Pearl and Black Marble Celluloid
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Standard tapered gold-plated clip with ball end
Barrel Shape
Torpedo
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Semi-Flex
Nib Condition
Good, clean tipping and well-aligned tines with visible 14K Gold Bond imprint
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 125mm capped, 115mm uncapped
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, approximately 15-20 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1930s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good - shows minor wear commensurate with age, typical slight brassing on trim
Filling System Condition
Requires new sac for full restoration
Estimated Value
$100 - $250
Special Features
Striking green pearl celluloid pattern with amber translucency
Ink Recommendations
Standard dye-based fountain pen inks, avoid high-sheen or pigment inks
Care Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight and extreme heat to preserve vintage celluloid; service the sac regularly
Interesting Facts
Gold Bond was a sub-brand associated with the Stratford Pen Company during the golden era of American fountain pen production
Overall Assessment
A charming vintage American lever filler featuring stunning celluloid chatoyancy and a flexible 14K gold nib, highly desirable for collectors of 1930s writing instruments.